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ESSENTIAL SERVICES

City Services for Residents & Businesses

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Business Licenses

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2,847 issued in FY2024

Public Works

Report infrastructure issues, request road maintenance, and stay informed on capital improvement projects across the city.

312 active projects

Planning & Zoning

Review zoning ordinances, submit development applications, and access the comprehensive city planning documents and maps.

41 new permits approved

Parks & Recreation

Reserve park facilities, enroll in community programs, and explore Crestwood's extensive network of trails and recreational areas.

18 parks maintained

Public Safety

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24/7 dispatch

Utility Services

Manage water, sewer, and electric utility accounts. Pay bills online, report outages, and access consumption history and conservation programs.

98% on-time payments
OPEN GOVERNMENT

Transparency & Accountability

Crestwood City Government is committed to the highest standards of fiscal responsibility and public access to information. All decisions are made in accordance with the Municipal Transparency Ordinance and state open government laws.

FY 2025 Adopted Budget
$142.8M
4.2% increase from FY24
Public Records Requests
1,892
98.7% fulfilled within 5 days
Open Meetings Held
61
All minutes published online
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Recent Ordinances & Resolutions

Ordinance 2024-17
Sustainable Development Standards
Passed
Jan 14
Resolution 2025-03
Housing Affordability Initiative
Passed
Jan 28
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Latest News & Announcements

Official updates from city departments and leadership

Crestwood City Council meeting in session
City Council Jan 29, 2025

Council Approves Major Investment in Public Transit Expansion

The City Council voted 7-1 to approve a $28 million investment in the Crestwood Transit Initiative. The project will add three new bus routes and upgrade existing infrastructure over the next 36 months.

By Mayor Elena Vargas
Crestwood public park renovation
Public Works Jan 24, 2025

Crestwood Completes $4.6M Riverfront Park Renovation

The newly renovated Riverwalk Park officially reopened to the public this week. Improvements include new playground equipment, accessible pathways, and a 1.2-mile river trail extension funded through federal grants.

Public Works Department
Crestwood community safety event
Public Safety Jan 21, 2025

New Community Safety Initiative Launched in Partnership with Residents

The Crestwood Police Department has announced a new neighborhood watch program and expanded community policing efforts. Residents are invited to attend informational sessions beginning February 6th.

Chief Marcus Holloway
CAREERS

Join Our Team

Make a difference in our community. We are currently hiring for the following positions.

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Senior City Planner Planning & Zoning
Full-time
$92,000 – $115,000
Applications close: Feb 18, 2025

Lead long-range planning projects, review development proposals, and collaborate with community stakeholders on zoning updates.

Public Works Engineer Infrastructure Division
Full-time
$88,500 – $104,000
Applications close: Feb 28, 2025

Design and oversee infrastructure projects including road rehabilitation, drainage systems, and municipal facility upgrades.

Community Outreach Coordinator Mayor’s Office
Full-time
$68,000 – $79,500
Applications close: Feb 12, 2025

Develop and implement community engagement programs, manage public feedback initiatives, and coordinate town hall meetings.

Upcoming Public Meetings

All meetings are open to the public. Register to attend or submit input remotely.

Date & Time Meeting Location Agenda Focus Action
Feb 11, 2025
7:00 PM
 City Council Regular Meeting City Hall, Council Chambers FY2026 Budget Review
Feb 18, 2025
6:30 PM
 Planning Commission City Hall, Room 202 Downtown Rezoning Proposal
Feb 25, 2025
5:30 PM
 Budget & Finance Committee Virtual (Zoom) Public Comment on Proposed Fees
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Community Voices

Hear from the residents and business owners we serve every day.

Maria Gonzalez
Maria Gonzalez
Riverwalk Neighborhood • Resident since 2017

"The responsiveness of the Public Works team after I reported a pothole was remarkable. Within 48 hours it was filled and the crew followed up with me personally. This is how government should work."

• Submitted 4 service requests in 2024
Devon Patel
Devon Patel
Downtown Business Association

"Obtaining our business license and permits through the online portal was seamless. The transparency around fees and processing times gave us full confidence when expanding our storefront."

• Owner, Patel & Co. Cafe
Latoya Williams
Latoya Williams
Crestwood Heights HOA President

"I attended the Planning Commission meeting regarding our neighborhood rezoning proposal. The level of detail and respect for resident input made me proud to live in Crestwood."

• Active participant in 2024 town halls
Population 84,392
Constituent Services 9,241 this quarter
Crestwood City was recognized in 2024 as one of the top 10 most transparent municipal governments in the state by the League of Municipalities.